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BlackGrlNextDoor Diaries
by Mya Angelic
Being a black girl isn’t easy, but I wouldn’t have it any other way! Welcome to my digital diary, where I share my thoughts, feelings, and what’s working for me. Each episode covers diverse and exciting topics, all aimed at inspiring you to become the healthiest, truest version of yourself—mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Life has its ups and downs, and I’m figuring it out as I go. Join me on this journey 🤎
Episodes
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Grateful for the Little & Big Things
This week on In My(a) Opinion, we’re slowing down and getting into a heart posture of gratitude. I’m reflecting on the blessings that show up in the everyday—family, friendships, work, peace, growth—and how choosing thankfulness shifts everything. It’s a girl chat to remind you that even in the...
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Compromise + Boundaries: Knowing the Difference!
Let’s talk boundaries, sis. This episode breaks down the difference between healthy compromise and losing yourself. I’m sharing what I’ve been learning about protecting your peace, choosing yourself without guilt, and the faith piece behind it all — because God never calls us to shrink or...
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Prioritize What Matters
I’m back, girls! In this quick catch-up, we’re talking about staying grounded when life gets busy and shiny new things start pulling your attention. I’m sharing what’s been going on with me, how I’m finding balance again, and the reminder God keeps giving me: when you put Him first, everything…
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Back & Better: In My Fall Reset Era
After a short break, I’m back and ready to catch up! In this episode, we’re talking about life lately, embracing change, and how the shift from summer to fall is the perfect reminder to slow down and reset. Whether you’re navigating uncertainty, getting cozy for the holidays, or just trying to…
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Falling Into Change
This week on In My(a) Opinion, we’re talking all about change—the kind that comes with the season and the kind that shows up in our personal lives. Just like the leaves shift in Fall, we’re reminded that change is not something to resist but something to embrace. I’m sharing how I’m navigating my...
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Clock Out & Let God Clock In
Sometimes the glow-up isn’t about grinding harder—it’s about slowing down, trusting God, and making space to actually live your life. In this episode, I’m sharing a personal update on how things have been shifting for me lately, and why I truly believe it’s because I’ve been leaning into...
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There's Pee in the Dating Pool: Lessons, Losses & God's Redirection
Sometimes life — and dating — reminds us that what’s meant for us will never miss us. In this episode of In My(a) Opinion, I’m opening up about my recent dating experiences and the lessons they’ve taught me about timing, trust, and self-worth. From realizing that every “no” carries a lesson, to...
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Your Soft Life Still Needs Structure
The “soft life” sounds dreamy—ease, joy, and no unnecessary stress. But here’s the truth: even a soft life requires boundaries, discipline, and intentionality if you want it to last. In this episode of In My(a) Opinion, I talk about how structure isn’t the enemy of peace—it’s the very thing that...
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You Don’t Have to Perform to Be Seen
We live in a world where everything is curated—from joy to grief to healing. Social media has made it easy to feel like we have to turn every moment into a performance. In this episode, I’m getting honest about the pressure to live life publicly, the exhaustion of main character energy, and what…
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Dating in Your 30s - Red Flags, Green Flags and Gut Checks
Dating in your 30s hits different. It’s less about butterflies and more about peace, clarity, and calling out red flags...without squinting! In this episode, I get brutally honest about how my standards have shifted, what healing has taught me, and why gut checks matter more than ever. Tune in…
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Work ≠ Worth: Who Am I Without the Title?
When your career slows down—or stops completely—what’s left? In this episode, we get honest about the identity crisis that can come with unemployment, career pivots, and simply not having it all figured out. Joined by our first guest of the season, we explore what it looks like to rediscover your...
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Warning: Your 30s Have Side Effects
Nobody really prepares you for the weird mix of body aches, deep loneliness, louder dreams, and unexpected peace that hits in this season. In this episode, I’m breaking down the real (and sometimes rough) side effects of growing into your 30s—from feeling behind and wondering if you’ll ever find...
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Evolving Out Loud
This isn't a rebrand, it's a reveal. In the first episode on In My(a) Opinion, I'm reintroducing myself and giving y'all the real on why this had to happen. I'm talking about what's shifting, what's staying, and what you can expect from this next chapter Real talk, real faith, real life....
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In My(a) Opinion Trailer
Welcome to In My(a) Opinion - real talk for your 30s with Mya, your favorite opinionated homegirl. From messy healing to bold boundaries, faith checks to hard truths - nothing's off limits. This podcast explores faith, feelings, and figuring it out in real time. What should you expect? Unfiltered...
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Ep. 9 - Seasons & Reasons: The Art of Letting Go
I've been going through some changes y'all! As I continue on my journey, come along with me and tune in to hear my thought process along the way! Today I reflect on learning to let go…which is not easy…
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Ep. 8 - 2023 Q1 Was a BUST! Let's Move On...
Hey y'all it's been a while, but I'm BACK! Tune in to hear how my first quarter of 2023 was, what worked, what didn't and how I plan to attack quarter 2!
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Ep. 7 - BHM "Black Beauty Series" - pt. 2 Black Skin
On pt. 2 of our "Black Beauty Series," I had the pleasure of speaking with a licensed esthetician and my good friend, Jazmine, owner of Ezinatopia. She has been in the business for 8 years and was our esthie-bestie for the day. Tune in to here us debunk some myths, provide you with plenty of...
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Ep. 6 - BHM "Black Beauty Series" - pt. 1 Black Hair
Happy Black History Month! I'm so excited to be starting my "Black Beauty Series" in celebration of Black History Month 2023. Of course I had to start with our crowns, talking about #BlackHair. On today's episode, I have the pleasure of chatting with my hair stylist of over 10 years, Ms. Keon.…
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Ep. 5 - F*#k That Job!
Plenty of companies are having layoffs, mine included, and that made me feel a type of way. It made me think about the concept of "job security," how we decided what we want to do for the rest of our lives, and the basic idea that we are not our job/work! Tune in to hear my thoughts! Instagram -...
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Ep. 4 - 2023 Is Being Good To Me!
Happy New Year! I hope these first two weeks have been treating you well. On this episode, I wanted to have a check-in/update and let y'all know how things have been going for me thus far. Have I been sticking to the things I mentioned in Ep. 3 that I would not be doing in 2023? I also touch on…
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Ep. 3 - Failing Forward In 2023
Happy Holidays y'all! I hope you all enjoyed yourselves and are ready for the third and final episode of the year. Today I'm just taking this time for reflection on the past year and setting my intentions for the new one to come. I believe it is necessary to review what has been done in order to...
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Ep. 2 - You're Ungrateful!
On today's episode, I explored a thought that I have been working through: the idea of being thankful but unsatisfied at the same time, and does this make me ungrateful. Tune in as I talk through this and attempt to pinpoint what is causing this dissatisfaction, am I truly thankful, and what does...
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Ep.1 - This Chapter is Called Ease, Not Easy
It's official! This is the first episode of The BlackGrlNextDoor Podcast (woohoo!). On today's episode I just wanted to talk to y'all about what chapter of life I'm in right now. I turned 30 this year and took some time to reflect on where I'm at, where I'm going, and how I'm going to get there....
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Intro - Welcome to BlackGrlNextDoor
Welcome to BlackGrlNextDoor! This is a space and community that I'm creating for brown and black girls, like me, to share my thoughts and experiences as a black woman. Nothing will be off limits, but I do know my limits lol. There will be guests throughout the seasons and it is my hope that...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Being a black girl isn’t easy, but I wouldn’t have it any other way! Welcome to my digital diary, where I share my thoughts, feelings, and what’s working for me. Each episode covers diverse and exciting topics, all aimed at inspiring you to become the healthiest, truest version of yourself—mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Life has its ups and downs, and I’m figuring it out as I go. Join me on this journey 🤎
HOSTED BY
Mya Angelic
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